Sjostrom & Sons Foundation
Accepts applications
Sjostrom & Sons Foundation is a private foundation in Rockford, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $46,250 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$46,250
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$970,109
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $49,850 the year before.
9% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $49,850 | 40 | $942,049 |
| 2024 | $46,250 | 35 | $970,109 |
How to apply
| Contact | Joel Sjostrom 1129 Harrison Ave, Rockford, IL 61104 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (815) 226-0330 |
| What to submit | No specific form required. Submit organization's name and needs |
| Restrictions | Gifts to tax-exempt charitable organizations. |
What Sjostrom & Sons Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 34 | $43,750 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of Rock River Valley | Recreational | $6,500 |
| Rosecrance Foundation | Medical | $5,000 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Charitable | $3,000 |
| United Way of Rock River Valley | General fund | $3,000 |
| Burpee Natural History Museum | Historical | $2,500 |
| University of Wisconsin | Educational | $2,500 |
| Mercyhealth Development Fndn | Medical | $2,000 |
| Trinity Daycare | Educational | $2,000 |
| Natural Land Institute | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Rockford Symphony Orchestra | Artistic | $1,250 |
| Barbara Olson Center of Hope | Medical | $1,000 |
| Crusader Clinic | Medical | $1,000 |
| Discovery Center | Educational | $1,000 |
| Illinois Growth Enterprises | Educational | $1,000 |
| Ken-Rock Community Center | Recreational | $1,000 |
| Lifescape Community Services | General fund | $1,000 |
| Northern Illinois Hospice | Medical | $1,000 |
| Rock Valley College | Educational | $1,000 |
| Swedish Historical Society | Recreational | $1,000 |
| Center for Sighthearing Impaired | Medical | $500 |
| Kishwaukee Valley Concert Band | Artistic | $500 |
| Midway Village & Museum Center | Charitable | $500 |
| Mileston Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Northern Illinois Botanical Society | Charitable | $500 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Chartitabl | $500 |
| Northwest Community Center | Recreational | $500 |
| Northwestern Illinois Special Olympics | Educational | $500 |
| Rock River Valley Pantry | Charitable | $500 |
| Rockford Area Arts Council | Artistic | $500 |
| Rockford Art Museum | Artistic | $500 |
| Roy Gayle Pony Baseball Softball | Recreational | $500 |
| Self Help Enterprises | Charitable | $500 |
| Severson Dells Education Fund | Educational | $500 |
| Tinker Swiss Cottage | Educational | $500 |
| Ymca-Rockford Illinois | Recreational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel Sjostrom
- Kristopher Sjostrom
Questions people ask
Does Sjostrom & Sons Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Sjostrom & Sons Foundation give?
$46,250 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Sjostrom & Sons Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joel Sjostrom (Director) and Kristopher Sjostrom (Director).
What does Sjostrom & Sons Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.